Mayo Clinic · 4 months ago
Chair, Department of Physiology and Biomedical Engineering
Rochester, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveMayo Clinic is a top-ranked healthcare provider dedicated to patient care and employee support. They are seeking a Chair for the Department of Physiology and Biomedical Engineering to provide strategic direction, oversee departmental performance, and promote innovative medical science delivery across their campuses.
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Responsibilities
Set an inspirational, innovative, transformative vision and strategy for the Department in the context of Mayo Clinic Bold
Promote the discovery and effective delivery of leading-edge medical science
Guide and set direction for the department within the framework of institutional policy and direction, in collaboration with other department and institutional leaders, and in partnership with Research Administration
Oversee the day-to-day performance of the department as set forth by annual plans and priorities
Provide stewardship of departmental resources to serve the institutional good while promoting the long-term growth and development of the research conducted in the department
Continue to host students from the Mayo clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and provide meaningful research experiences
Nurture the development of staff and mentor the current and next generation of Mayo Clinic’s leaders
Promote and advance the department’s and Mayo Clinic’s research and academic mission
Qualification
Required
Ph.D., M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree in a relevant discipline
Rank of Associate Professor or Professor
An outstanding and innovative investigator (physician/clinical investigator or scientist) with extensive expertise in research and an outstanding track record of research funding and leadership experience is required
Leaders who possess the capability to drive strategic priorities in emerging technologies will be considered as premier candidates
Demonstrated research excellence and previous leadership experience in academic medicine or bioengineering is required
Academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor is required
Leadership experience and expertise to establish a vision for the Department, advance the scientific goals and manage a complex organization is required
Demonstrated excellence in planning, interpersonal, leadership, and written and oral communication skills are required
Ability to develop, implement and promote innovation is required
Broad knowledge of current scientific, medical and technological fields
Demonstrated administrative and management skills
Track-record in developing competitive basic, clinical and/or translational research and educational programs
Experience with the development, implementation and/or execution of strategic and business plans
Ability to articulate a vision and empower colleagues
Evidence of effective professional relationship building, both internal and external, and demonstrated skills in creating and sustaining matrix organizations
Evidence of senior leadership roles intra and extramurally, such as board memberships, senior advisory committees, professional organizations and editorial boards
Preferred
Proven track record of continuous funding through previous or current grant(s) through the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Benefits
Medical: Multiple plan options.
Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Company
Mayo Clinic
MayoClinic is a nonprofit medical practice and medical research group focused on integrated health care, education, and research.
Founded in 1864
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$399.05MKey Investors
The ALS AssociationNational Institute of Neurological Disorders and StrokeAmerican Heart Association
2025-12-04Grant· $0.95M
2024-09-24Grant· $12M
2023-07-26Grant
Leadership Team
Gianrico Farrugia
President and CEO
Richard Gray
Chief Executive Officer
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